He called himself 'The Greatest' and few boxing historians or fans would argue his claim. Born Cassius Clay, on January 17, 1942, he began his relentless pursuit of boxing perfection at age 12. In His Own Words: Through stunning and rare footage, some of which has not been seen for decades, watch The Louisville Lip mature as a public speaker, beginning with his early days as Cassius Clay, through his tumultuous reign as the Heavyweight boxing champion of the world. Follow Ali as he refuses induction into the U.S. Army on religious grounds, embarks on controversial humanitarian travels into third world countries and struggles with Parkinson's disease. Skills, Brains & Guts: Skills, Brains and Guts chronicles the career of a boxing legend. Highlights from Ali's bouts with Joe Frazier, George Foreman, Floyd Patterson, George Chuvala and many more are included in this program. This program is punctuated by interviews both before and after Ali's matches. Ali is known as one of the best self-promoters of all time and now you can see why. Winner of a Louis Wolfson II Film & Video Award A unique look at Muhammad Ali through personal interviews and press conferences beginning with the 1960 Olympics, through his world heavyweight boxing title, to his admirable struggle with Parkinsonīs disease. Includes rare footage. |
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